as in disregard
lack of interest or concern
with their usual nonchalance they arrived at the wedding ceremony half an hour late
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Recent Examples of nonchalance
Tracee Ellis Ross’s midi knot is a study in the art of the sleek and simple updo, one that oozes chic nonchalance and modern romance.
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Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2025
All season, Hurts has fielded post-game press conferences with his signature nonchalance and unwavering confidence.
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 10 Feb. 2025
In Victorian Psycho, despite some scenes of graphic violence, the humor lies within Winfred’s nonchalance about her horrifying inclinations.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 9 Feb. 2025
Just the right amount of contemporary Swiss alpine charm, cue the warm wood tones and cool marble bathrooms, with a shot of Scandinavian design aesthetic, all clean lines and soft furnishings, and a dash of contemporary nonchalance, signal the robust amount of dimmable light switches.
—Alexandra Cheney, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2025
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Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2025
All season, Hurts has fielded post-game press conferences with his signature nonchalance and unwavering confidence.
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 10 Feb. 2025
In Victorian Psycho, despite some scenes of graphic violence, the humor lies within Winfred’s nonchalance about her horrifying inclinations.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 9 Feb. 2025
Just the right amount of contemporary Swiss alpine charm, cue the warm wood tones and cool marble bathrooms, with a shot of Scandinavian design aesthetic, all clean lines and soft furnishings, and a dash of contemporary nonchalance, signal the robust amount of dimmable light switches.
—Alexandra Cheney, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonchalance
Noun
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Trump has a complete disregard for laws and expertise, and a unique shamelessness, both of which create fertile soil for inanity.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2025
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That would explain the complete and utter disregard for the most basic standards, like taking precautions before construction and providing clean water and safe environments.—
Jay Reddick,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 May 2025
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Related article Conclave: A visual guide to the secretive process of choosing a new pope Throughout his papacy, however, Francis faced fierce resistance from small, but noisy, conservative Catholic groups and a certain amount of indifference and silent resistance from bishops in the hierarchy.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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Long considered one of the best places for wings throughout the metro area, this wooden den of dart throwing and patio drinking is famous for its indifference to change.—
Mike Jordan,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 May 2025
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“Nonchalance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonchalance. Accessed 19 May. 2025.
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